Cardiac Device Lead

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 06 January 2025

Job summary

We are a progressive department, led by a Consultant Clinical Scientist, striving to deliver modern and best practice care. A unique opportunity has arisen to lead our Cardiac Device Service in the next stage of our journey. We specialise in electrical CRT Optimisation and the assessment of CRT response. We have a dedicated Cardiac Device Suite and offer multiple Physiologist Led services such as Device Pre-Assessment, ILR Implantation and a Scientist-Led Syncope Clinic. You will be an experienced, driven and forward thinking Cardiac Device Specialist with expert level skills in Cardiac Rhythm Management. You will have a passion for cardiac devices and have the relevant experience, knowledge and accreditation (BHRS/IBHRE) to lead a focussed team of Device Specialists and act as a positive role model. HCPC registration is expected at this level and candidates must achieve this within 12months of appointment if not held already. This post is anticipated to have a 50% commitment to clinical work.

Main duties of the job

This is a leadership role and you will be responsible for the effective management, organisation and development of the Cardiac Device Service at RFT. South Yorkshire has a regional approach to Complex Devices and the post holder must be committed to this model which includes Device On-Call at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and cross-site working. We are looking for an individual with the self-motivation, flexibility and vision to drive our service forward whilst maintaining the highest standards. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills to motivate the team towards continuous service improvement. A good understanding of robust governance measures and clinical audit is required. Experience of effective leadership and managing change is essential. The successful candidate must work collaboratively with the other service leads for a cohesive approach to developing Cardiac Physiology Services as a whole. Our goal is to achieve recognised departmental accreditation via IQIPS. As the Band 8A Cardiac Device Lead you will: Be supported to further develop clinical expertise within cardiac rhythm management and leadership skills Be encouraged to undertake clinical audit and research Deliver training and education locally and regionally Spearhead a fun and dedicated team To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lucy Broadhurst, Consultant Clinical Scientist lucy.broadhurst@nhs.net 01709 428211.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

27 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-12-067

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Wide, thorough and up-to-date specialist level knowledge across the full range of cardiac physiology investigations including advanced techniques such as complex device implantation and follow-up
High level knowledge of cardiac device programming and treatment plans in line with evidence based practice
Specialist and technical knowledge of a range of remote Monitoring Systems
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC/ AHCS)
Knowledge of NHS Policies, practices and procedures including clinical governance
Knowledge of IQIPs and departmental accreditation

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in the full range of Cardiac Device Implantation and Follow-up Clinics (PPM/ILR/ICD/CRT) as independent practitioner
Extensive Experience of using Remote Monitoring systems as independent practitioner
Experience day-to-day organisation and administration of a busy Clinical Service
Evidence of up-to-date CPD within Invasive Cardiology/ Cardiac devices
Experience of staff management and staff development
Experience of presenting complex data to internal and external audiences
Experience of leading service development
Experience of managing change

Desirable

Experienced Physiologist ILR Implanter

Qualifications

Essential

Qualified Cardiac Physiologist. Completion of Practitioner Training Programme (PTP), MSc Scientist Training Programme (STP) or equivalent (e.g. BSc in Clinical Physiology or HTEC MPPM with SCST Parts I and II)
Post graduate qualification in Cardiac Rhythm Management (e.g. BHRS or IBHRE Accreditation) or equivalent knowledge base

Desirable

Training or Leadership Qualification

Registration

Essential

Professional Registration with HCPC/AHCS/RCCP

Desirable

HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist via STP programme or Scientist Certification of Equivalence (will be essential within 12months of appointment)

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Wide, thorough and up-to-date specialist level knowledge across the full range of cardiac physiology investigations including advanced techniques such as complex device implantation and follow-up
High level knowledge of cardiac device programming and treatment plans in line with evidence based practice
Specialist and technical knowledge of a range of remote Monitoring Systems
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC/ AHCS)
Knowledge of NHS Policies, practices and procedures including clinical governance
Knowledge of IQIPs and departmental accreditation

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in the full range of Cardiac Device Implantation and Follow-up Clinics (PPM/ILR/ICD/CRT) as independent practitioner
Extensive Experience of using Remote Monitoring systems as independent practitioner
Experience day-to-day organisation and administration of a busy Clinical Service
Evidence of up-to-date CPD within Invasive Cardiology/ Cardiac devices
Experience of staff management and staff development
Experience of presenting complex data to internal and external audiences
Experience of leading service development
Experience of managing change

Desirable

Experienced Physiologist ILR Implanter

Qualifications

Essential

Qualified Cardiac Physiologist. Completion of Practitioner Training Programme (PTP), MSc Scientist Training Programme (STP) or equivalent (e.g. BSc in Clinical Physiology or HTEC MPPM with SCST Parts I and II)
Post graduate qualification in Cardiac Rhythm Management (e.g. BHRS or IBHRE Accreditation) or equivalent knowledge base

Desirable

Training or Leadership Qualification

Registration

Essential

Professional Registration with HCPC/AHCS/RCCP

Desirable

HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist via STP programme or Scientist Certification of Equivalence (will be essential within 12months of appointment)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.